1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
